squab

Pronunciation: /ˈskwɑb/

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun flesh of a pigeon suitable for roasting or braising; flesh of a dove (young squab) may be broiled
  2. noun a soft padded sofa
  3. noun an unfledged pigeon

Etymology

Unknown. Possibly related to dialectal Swedish skvabb (“fatty, flabby”). First attested in the 17th century.

In classic literature

Synonyms

dove

Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
poultry

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